Fists of Freedom: The Story of the '68 Summer Games
Documentary, History
🎬 Critics Choice Nominee
Director
George Roy
Status
Released
Release Date
1999-08-12
Storyline
Fists of Freedom examines one of the 20th century’s most memorable moments — the dramatic “Black Power” demonstration of American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the victory stand at the 1968 Summer games in Mexico City. Using rare footage, archival photos and interviews with key figures from the era, revisit a pivotal event in American history.
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